Colorful Small Steamed Rolls

Last updated 2026-11-15 — Colorful small steamed rolls are a specialty snack from Zunyi. The finished product is soft and fluffy, with bright colors and a sweet, airy texture.     Ingredients: 500g flour, 200g old dough, an appropriate amount of melted lard. 　　Seasonings: 50g powdered sugar, 50g candied fruit. 　　Preparation method: Steamed. Place the flour on a board, add the old dough and warm water, and mix until smooth. Knead into a fermented dough. Once fermented, add an appropriate amount of alkaline to neutralize, then knead thoroughly until smooth. Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 15 minutes. Then roll the dough into a long strip about 3cm in diameter, and press it out into a 1cm thick rectangular sheet. Spread melted lard evenly on top, sprinkle with powdered sugar and chopped colorful candied fruit. Roll into a log, cut into 50g pieces, then use chopsticks to press and flip each piece into a “brain marrow” flower shape. Arrange them in a steamer tray and steam over high heat for 15–20 minutes until cooked. 　　Flavor characteristics: The finished product is soft and fluffy, with bright colors, a light texture, and sweet taste. 　　Technical tips: When adding alkali, knead evenly, otherwise “alkali spots” may appear. When flipping the flowers, use your hand to help shape them properly. (Zunyi)